<p>The Per Diem Educational Interpreter/Translator (And ASL) will provide interpretation and translation services to support effective communication between students, families, and school staff. This role is critical in facilitating language access, ensuring that multilingual learners and their families receive essential information in their preferred language. The interpreter/translator will work across various educational settings on an as-needed basis, both in person and virtually.</p> <p>Location: Various school districts (on-call) throughout Connecticut</p> <p>Responsibilities:</p> <p>Interpretation Services:</p> <p>Provide accurate, real-time verbal interpretation during meetings, including Individualized Education Program (PPT) meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and other educational settings, both in-person and virtually.</p> <p>Interpret spoken communication between students, families, teachers, and other school staff, ensuring clarity and cultural sensitivity.</p> <p>Translation Services:</p> <p>Translate written documents, including educational materials, notices, reports, and forms, from English to the target language and vice versa.</p> <p>Maintain accuracy and confidentiality in all translated materials, ensuring that translations are culturally relevant.</p> <p>Review and verify translations for accuracy, grammar, readability, and style, and edit materials as needed.</p> <p>Professional Development:</p> <p>Attend training sessions and workshops as required to maintain high standards of professional interpretation and translation skills.</p> <p>Stay updated on best practices, educational terminology, and cultural competency in the field.</p> <p>Communication Support:</p> <p>Provide clear oral and written communication from English to the family's primary language and vice versa, supporting mutual understanding during diverse meetings and school interactions.</p> <p>Answer questions and clarify information in both the source and target languages for internal and external parties, ensuring accurate and sensitive communication.</p>